Lead Medical Laboratory Technician

DescriptionLead Lab Technician for Hematology, Coagulation, and Urinalysis7,500 sign on bonusLast year our HCA Healthcare colleagues invested over 156,000 hours volunteering in our communities. As a Lead Laboratory Technician with Parkridge East Hospital you can be a part of an organization that is devoted to giving backBenefitsParkridge East Hospital offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing* 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)* Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock* Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.* Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more* Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts* Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships* Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)* Colleague recognition program* Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)* Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.Learn more about Employee BenefitsNote: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.Would you like to unlock your potential with a leading healthcare provider dedicated to the growth and development of our colleagues? Join the Parkridge East Hospital family We will give you the tools and resources you need to succeed in our organization. We are looking for an enthusiastic Lead Laboratory Technician to help us reach our goals. Unlock your potentialJob Summary and QualificationsLab Tech LeadThe Core Lab Lead Technologist collects and prepares specimens and performs laboratory procedures used in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of disease. Verifies, records and reports lab results in an accurate and timely manner on all performed tests. Ensures compliance with regulatory requirements, hospital policies and laboratory procedures, including maintaining the cleanliness of all equipment, instruments and work area. In addition to MLT/MT responsibilities will serve as a lead technologist for the Core Lab. Will also have primary responsibility for instrument operation, maintenance, quality control and compliance with all regulatory standards pertaining to Core Lab.What you will do in this role:You will serve as Lead Tech for the appropriate lab sectionYou will have primary responsibility for instrument operation and maintenance, quality control, and compliance with all regulatory standardsYou will handle specimen processing, pre-analytic inspection of specimens for identification and integrity.You will perform various types of laboratory test(s) on patient specimens, evaluates test results, and report/enter/verify test results in Laboratory Information System.You will evaluate new and/or modified procedures, reagents and instruments as directed by Section Coordinator. Troubleshoots all instruments as directed by Section Coordinator.You will communicate laboratory test knowledge and test results in a professional and appropriate manner.What qualifications you will need:Associate or Bachelor's Degree; Graduate from a NCCLS accredited Medical Technologist program.5 years clinical experience requiredParkridge East Hospital is a 120+ bed facility in East Ridge. We provide a full range of medical and surgical services. These services include orthopedics and robotic surgery. We have a 24/7 Emergency Department. This ED is recognized by the Society of Chest Pain Centers as an Accredited Chest Pain Center. The facility also offers obstetrical care and complex gynecological procedures. We also hold a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Specialized providers in the NICU include neonatologists, neonatal nurses and respiratory therapists. These staff are on site at all times. Visit us for excellent general and OB care"There is so much good to do in the world and so many different ways to do it."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.HCA Healthcare Co-FounderBe a part of an organization that invests in you We are reviewing applications for our Lead Laboratory Technician opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your application and help us raise the bar in patient careWe are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.